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Volunteer Opportunities to Help with the 2024 Primary Elections

By kendall@ccar.net | February 29, 2024

If you are interested in volunteering at the voting polls for the March 5 Primary Elections for some of our local TREPAC-supported candidates, keep reading!   Please note: There is no prior experience required, you will get a short training the day of.  Friday and Tuesday are the best days to volunteer, and there is…

Government Affairs/TREPAC- What am I Missing?

By kendall@ccar.net | February 28, 2024

Being a CCAR member, you’ve likely heard about our Government Affairs/TREPAC committees, and we want YOU to join in on the fun. Because these two committees go hand & hand, they have formed one large group of like minded individuals who want to take real estate advocacy to the next level. They meet on the…

Setting the Stage for Success: The Unseen Advantages of Professional Floorcare, Air Duct Cleaning and Restoration Services

By Collin County Association of REALTORS® | February 28, 2024

Written By: Angie Owens, Carpet Tech and CCAR Affiliate Member In the realm of real estate, understanding and addressing potential issues within a home can significantly impact both its marketability and the well-being of its future occupants.   Water/Flood Emergency   Imagine one of your listed properties has a pipe burst, and now there’s an inch of…

Election Day is Here, Time to get out and Vote!

By kendall@ccar.net | February 21, 2024

Tuesday, March 5 is the Texas Primary Elections. No matter where your vote will go, getting out and making your voice heard is important. Change always starts at the local level because your local representatives make their constituents’ voices heard at the National & State levels. With this also being a Presidential election year, it’s…

We Need You: Apply Now for 2025-2027 Director or 2025 Secretary/Treasurer

By Collin County Association of REALTORS® | February 15, 2024

CCAR REALTOR® Members: Are you interested in serving your Association as a Director or Secretary/Treasurer? CCAR is currently accepting applications for 2025-2027 Director positions and 2025 Secretary/Treasurer. To learn about the qualifications of each position and to apply, please click here. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. on March 12, 2024. To be considered…

Increased Inventory Failed to Inspire Sales

By bri@ccar.net | February 14, 2024

Collin County Area Realtors (CCAR) reports a stark increase in inventory as fewer homes went under contract and more new listings entered the market in January 2024. In January, 23.2% more homes entered the market compared to the year prior (1,573 vs. 1,277). During the same time, 8.1% fewer homes went under contract. Resulting in…

The Road to Homeownership: Collin County Area REALTORS® Share Benefits of Hiring a Real Estate Professional

By kendall@ccar.net | February 13, 2024

CCAR recently partnered with Community Impact Newspaper’s Storytelling campaign to share important news about us and our local community. Here’s a link to our sponsored article featured in the McKinney newsletter. In this recent article, Jamuna Thill, Collin County Area REALTORS® 2024 President, promoted the Association’s upcoming Homeownership Fair aimed at educating individuals in North Texas…

December 2023 Hot Gift Guide: A New Home

By bri@ccar.net | January 17, 2024

  Collin County Area Realtors (CCAR) reports that Collin County’s home sales surged in December as homes went under contract and closed faster than the year prior. In December, 16.6% more homes went under contract than the previous year, going under contract in 50 days, four fewer days than last year. After going under contract,…

New Realist Dashboard Coming Soon

By kendall@ccar.net | January 11, 2024

In a challenging market, it’s essential for agents to position themselves as the local market expert. With the new Realist Insights Dashboard, it is now easier than ever for agents to access valuable market data right at their fingertips. Market trends Industry insights Saved searches Previously viewed properties On January 18, the dashboard will now…

Stay Safe and Prepared this Winter Season

By kendall@ccar.net | January 11, 2024

If there’s one thing about Texas, it’s that the weather will keep you on your toes. Here are a few tips to share with clients, friends, and family to help everyone prepare their homes!   Days Before a Freeze:  Wrap outdoor and indoor pipes in unheated areas. Remove water hoses and wrap outdoor pipes. Drain…

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